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PLB 14R

1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,340 mi
Last recorded4,340 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van49,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLB 14R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDelivery Van
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 4,340 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 3,245 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 1,330 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 660 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 638 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 629 miles

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 170 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Front passenger seat missing seat belt not tested

N/S drive shaft boots split

N/S/F seat belt mounting corroded no seat fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Aug 2010 166 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Front passenger seat missing seat belt not tested

N/S drive shaft boots split

N/S/F seat belt mounting corroded no seat fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2009 93,472 miles

n/s/r cv boot split

Pass 9 May 2008 84,268 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

steering pivot slight wear

Pass 4 May 2007 80,100 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 74,812 miles

o/s/r and n/s/r wheelbearing has slight play

slight dumpness at near side rear shock absorber

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Delivery Van?

Based on 21,038 MOT tests across 1,834 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
994
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,834
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,223
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,126
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,121
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,016
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 889
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PLB 14R is a 1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 49,230 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Delivery Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PLB 14R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Delivery Van typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 49 years old, this Volkswagen Delivery Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLB 14R registered?

PLB 14R is a 1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van, first registered on 15 April 1977.

Is PLB 14R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLB 14R shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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